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Dr. Arun Balakrishnan Nair

DLO, DNB ,MNAMS, MBA

Department: ENT

Dr. Arun Balakrishnan Nair is a distinguished ENT and Head & Neck Surgeon with over two decades of expertise in the field. He completed his medical degree from Sri Devaraj Urs Medical College, Kolar, and pursued his post-graduation in Otorhinolaryngology at St. John’s Medical College, Bangalore. In addition to his clinical education, Dr. Nair holds an MBA in Healthcare Management from Manipal University, equipping him with a comprehensive understanding of both medical and administrative aspects of hospital management.

Currently serving as the Director and Senior Consultant ENT Surgeon at Gitanjali Eye and ENT Hospital, Dr. Nair has been instrumental in providing advanced ENT care to patients since 2011. His vast experience includes a prestigious international fellowship under Dr. Robert Vincent at the renowned Causse Clinic in France, where he gained invaluable expertise in advanced ENT and otological procedures.

Dr. Nair has a special interest in sialendoscopy, a minimally invasive technique used to treat salivary gland disorders, and he remains at the forefront of innovations in this area. He is also a prolific researcher, with more than two dozen publications in leading national and international medical journals. His work spans a wide range of ENT specializations, including vertigo, neonatal hearing screening, and obstructive sleep apnea. Dr. Nair is a sought-after speaker, having been invited to present at both state and national ENT conferences, where he shares his cutting-edge knowledge with peers.

He is a member of several prestigious medical associations, including the Association of Otolaryngologists of India and the Indian Otology Society. His dedication to teaching and mentoring young medical professionals is reflected in his ongoing involvement in educational programs, where he shares his extensive knowledge with medical students and junior doctors.

Dr. Nair’s practice philosophy centers around providing personalized, compassionate care while adhering to the highest standards of medical excellence. He is fluent in multiple languages, including English, Malayalam, Hindi, Kannada, Tamil, and Telugu, enabling him to communicate effectively with a diverse patient population.

In his free time, Dr. Nair enjoys playing tennis, demonstrating his commitment to staying active and balanced outside of his professional life.

For appointments, please contact Gitanjali Eye and ENT Hospital at 9497 722 774

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Education

  • Undergraduate (MBBS) – 1999-2004
    College: Sri Devaraj Urs Medical College, Kolar
    University: Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore
  • Internship – 2004-2005
    College: Trivandrum Medical College
    University: Kerala University
  • Postgraduate – DLO (Diploma in Otorhinolaryngology) – 2006-2007
    College: St. John’s Medical College, Bangalore
    University: Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
    Department: Otorhinolaryngology & Head & Neck Surgery
  • National Board Examination – DNB (Diplomate of National Board) – 2008-2010
    Department: ENT & Head & Neck Surgery
    College: St. John’s Medical College, Bangalore
  • Royal College of Surgeons: DOHNS, Edinburgh – 2009 (Completed Part 1)
  • MBA in Health Care – 2008-2010
    University: Manipal University

Registration:
Kerala Medical Council No: 43588

Memberships

  • Indian Otology Society {from 2006}
  • Association of Phonosurgeons of India {from 2009}
  • Association of Otolaryngologists of India, Bangalore BranchMember{ 2006  onwards}.
  • Association of Otolaryngologists of India, Trivandrum BranchMember{ 2011  onwards}.
  • Association of Otolaryngologists of India2010
  • Sialendosopy Society of India: 2019

Professional Experience

  • Junior Resident, Rotatory Posting – 2004-2005
    College: Trivandrum Medical College
  • Resident, Duty Doctor – 2005-2006
    Department: ENT
    Hospital: Geethanjali Hospital, Trivandrum
  • Postgraduate Resident – 2006-2008
    Department: ENT & Head & Neck Surgery
    College: St. John’s Medical College, Bangalore
  • Registrar – 2008-2011
    Department: ENT & Head & Neck Surgery
    College: St. John’s Medical College, Bangalore
  • Consultant ENT & Head & Neck Surgeon – 2011-Present
    Hospital: Geethanjali Hospital, Trivandrum
  • Senior Registrar – 2011-Present
    Department: ENT & Head & Neck Surgery
    Hospital: Sree Uthradam Thirunal Hospital, Trivandrum
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